Iraqi Shiite Muslims’ 50-Mile Pilgrimage To Karbala

The Iraqi military have increased security as tens of thousands of Iraqi Shiite Muslims travel to Karbala, to mark the end of the Arbaeen festival. Mark Kelly reports. Image: AP

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